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T'Ausia BronsonT'Ausia Bronson

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DeJon AllenDeJon Allen

T'Ausia BronsonT'Ausia Bronson

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DeJon AllenDeJon Allen

#HappilyEverAllen

September 12, 2025September 12, 2025

Kalamazoo, MI

ScheduleSchedule

Friday, September 12, 2025Friday, September 12, 2025

Wedding CeremonyWedding Ceremony

2:00 pm

Semi-Formal: Tuxes and gowns are welcome, and so are suits and cocktail dresses.

ReceptionReception

3:30 pm

TravelTravel

Travel Note

Parking for Cocktail Hour/ReceptionParking for Cocktail Hour/Reception

Complementary parking is available to our guests in the Kalamazoo Mall and Epic Center parking ramps. Parking validation tickets will be available at the bar. On-street parking is also available at meters. 1. Kalamazoo Mall Parking Ramp - 130 Portage Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 (Connected to City Centre Market by skywalk) Option 1: Take the skywalk on the 3rd level of ramp over Farmers Alley to the venue. This will take you to the 2nd floor of City Centre Market where the cocktail hour and reception will be held. Option 2: Take stairs or elevator to ground level, cross over Farmers Alley Dr, enter the backside of City Centre Market (106 Farmers Alley), follow signs to elevator or stairs to 2nd floor. 2. Epic Center Parking Ramp - 136 E. South Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 (Connected to the Kalamazoo Mall ramp by skywalk) Option 1: Take the skywalk on the top level of the Epic Center ramp to the 3rd level of the Kalamazoo Mall ramp. Take the skywalk on that level to the venue. This will take you to the 2nd floor of City Centre Market where the cocktail hour and reception will be held. Option 2: Take stairs or elevator to ground level, walk northward down Farmers Alley, enter the backside of City Centre Market (106 Farmers Alley), follow signs to elevator or stairs to 2nd floor.

Hotel

Delta Hotels Kalamazoo Conference CenterDelta Hotels Kalamazoo Conference Center

2747 South 11th Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
 269-375-6000

Use link below or call the Sales Manager at 269-492-7438 to book under the Bronson-Allen Wedding room block ($159/night). Last day to book: Sunday, August 10th. If you plan to make a reservation for at least 4 nights, check the Marriott website for their special long-term stay rate. Fifteen (15) minute drive from wedding ceremony and reception locations.

Discount Code - BAWBAWA

Hotel

Hilton Garden Inn Kalamazoo DowntownHilton Garden Inn Kalamazoo Downtown

303 North Rose Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007
 269-382-4000

Use the discount code online or call and book room(s) under the Bronson-Allen Wedding room block ($189/night). Last day to book: August 14th. Three (3) minute drive from wedding ceremony and reception locations.

Discount Code - BAWB

Hotel

Home2 Suites by Hilton Kalamazoo DowntownHome2 Suites by Hilton Kalamazoo Downtown

303 North Rose Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007
 

Three (3) minute drive from wedding ceremony and reception locations.

Hotel

Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo CenterRadisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center

100 West Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49007
 

Five (5) minute drive from wedding ceremony and reception locations.

Flight

Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport - Kalamazoo, MIKalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport - Kalamazoo, MI

RegistryRegistry

Your presence is enough for us... Like, for real. But if you'd like to bless us, we don't want to get in the way. - T and DeJon
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Wedding PartyWedding Party

T'AusiaT'Ausia

Bride

DeJonDeJon

Groom

BrittanyBrittany

Matron of Honor

CalvinCalvin

Best Man

ShauntreceShauntrece

Bridesmaid

Marki'ereMarki'ere

Groomsman

JaredJared

Groomsman

BrianBrian

Flower Guy

BriceBrice

Flower Guy

Things To DoThings To Do

Dabney & Co. - Cocktail Bar and LoungeDabney & Co. - Cocktail Bar and Lounge

344 North Rose Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Black owned and operated bar and lounge.

Twine Urban WineryTwine Urban Winery

1319 Portage Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49001

Black owned winery

Shakespeare's PubShakespeare's Pub

241 East Kalamazoo Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

We went here on our first "date". T'Ausia didn't consider it a date, but it was indeed a date.

WL Social HouseWL Social House

161 East Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

LFG Gaming BarLFG Gaming Bar

116 Portage Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Arcade and video game bar.

The Aroma LabsThe Aroma Labs

352 South Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Mix your own signature scent...

Brick and BrineBrick and Brine

100 West Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Located inside the Radisson Hotel.

Jac's Cekola's Pizza - KalamazooJac's Cekola's Pizza - Kalamazoo

3112 South 9th Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49009

Revel & Roll WestRevel & Roll West

4500 Stadium Drive, Kalamazoo, MI 49008

Bowling, indoor mini golf, arcade, laser tag, axe throwing...

Monelli's Italian Grill & Sports BarMonelli's Italian Grill & Sports Bar

7141 South Westnedge Avenue, Portage, MI 49002

Italian Sports Bar

Latitude 42° Brewing Company Kalamazoo (Oshtemo)Latitude 42° Brewing Company Kalamazoo (Oshtemo)

6101 West Main Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49009

Air Zoo Aerospace & Science CenterAir Zoo Aerospace & Science Center

6151 Portage Road, Portage, MI 49002

Gilmore Car MuseumGilmore Car Museum

6865 West Hickory Road, Hickory Corners, MI 49060

Tanger Outlets Grand RapidsTanger Outlets Grand Rapids

350 84th Street Southwest, Byron Center, MI 49315

Shopping - 45 minutes north of Kalamazoo.

FAQsFAQs

If you have any questions other than what is listed below, please call or text T'Ausia at 269-329-9417.
Question

What time should I arrive at the ceremony?What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

Answer

The ceremony will begin promptly at 2pm. We would advise guest to arrive 30 minutes to an hour before the start of the ceremony.

Question

Am I allowed to bring a plus-one?Am I allowed to bring a plus-one?

Answer

If "and guest" or your plus-one's name is written on your wedding invitation, you can bring someone. See you and your plus-one on September 12th!

Question

Are kids welcome?Are kids welcome?

Answer

Kids are welcome to attend the wedding ceremony, however, only children listed on the wedding invitation are welcome to attend the reception.

Question

Is there parking available near your wedding venue(s)?Is there parking available near your wedding venue(s)?

Answer

Yes, there will be free on-site parking for the wedding ceremony. Check the travel note on the Travel page for additional parking information.

Question

Have you reserved blocks of rooms at one or more hotels?Have you reserved blocks of rooms at one or more hotels?

Answer

Yes, please check our travel page for room block information.

Question

What should I do if I don't make it into the room block?What should I do if I don't make it into the room block?

Answer

If you miss the deadline to reserve a room in our block, reach out to the hotel and mention our wedding anyway—they may be able to accommodate you with our discount in a room outside of our block. If not, you can find additional nearby accommodations on our travel page.

Question

What's the best airport to use?What's the best airport to use?

Answer

The Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport is the closest airport. The Gerald R. Ford Airport in Grand Rapids, MI is about a 52 mile/50 minute drive away from Kalamazoo.

Question

Will there be meal options for guests with dietary restrictions or allergies?Will there be meal options for guests with dietary restrictions or allergies?

Answer

We plan on having an entree choice that's vegetarian and nut free to accommodate guests with dietary restrictions. Our cocktail hour appetizers will also all be clearly marked if they are allergy friendly (and there will be multiple allergy-friendly options). If you have additional restrictions that go beyond what we've listed here, please let us know in the designated section of your digital RSVP. We want you to feel comfortable and well fed!

Question

Can you suggest places to eat, drink and see while I'm in town for your wedding?Can you suggest places to eat, drink and see while I'm in town for your wedding?

Answer

Check out the "Things to Do" section of our travel page to see some of our favorite spots to eat, drink and explore in our city.